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January 4, 2024 · 3:09 pm

Auditions Announced for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, TICK, TICK…BOOM! and BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical at The Carnegie

TC_logo_newTHE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
June 22 – July 7, 2024
Eric Byrd, Director/Choreographer
Steve Goers, Music Director

TICK, TICK… BOOM!
July 19 – 28, 2024
Lindsey Augusta Mercer,
Director/Choreographer
Erin McCamley, Music Director

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
August 10 – 25, 2024
Dee Anne Bryll & Ed Cohen, Directors
Dee Anne Bryll & Julius Jenkins, Choreographers
Jacob Priddy, Music Director

AUDITIONS BY VIDEO SUBMISSION
Submissions are due by 11:59 PM EST on February 11, 2024.
Performers must be 18 years of age or older by May 28, 2024 to submit an audition.

What to prepare:

  • 32 bars of a song in the style of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW or TICK, TICK… BOOM!
  • 32 bars of a song in the style of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
  • Optional: Submit a 1-2 minute video showcasing your dance/movement abilities
  • Resume
  • Headshot

Actors who play instruments are encouraged but not required to showcase that in their audition — particularly those submitting for roles in TICK, TICK… BOOM! or for Carole King in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL.

Note: Actors interested only in the roles of Don Kirschner or Genie Klein in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL may submit a 1-minute monologue in place of a song.

Audition videos will only be accepted as links. Files requiring download will not be accepted. Please create separate videos for each song and the dance combination. You will be asked to submit them separately in the online form.

Please ensure that privacy settings are such that we are enabled to view by the link only, with no need for password or additional access request. Please film your material in a horizontal/landscape frame on a solid background or plain wall. A ¾ shot is preferred.

Your headshot must be an image file and your resume must be in PDF format. Both should be labeled with you name (i.e. Gabbard_Tyler.pdf)

Please submit your audition here: https://forms.gle/swV3M5Z6eRnZJe5H6

Callbacks
Callbacks will be a mix of live and digital based on the availability of the auditionee and production staff. In-person callbacks are planned for the afternoon/evening of Sunday, March 3 for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW and BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL and the evening of Monday, March 4 for TICK, TICK… BOOM!

Casting
All auditionees will be notified of casting outcomes by March 17, 2024.

The Carnegie is committed to inclusive casting. All races, ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and mobilities are encouraged to apply. Pronouns listed in the character breakdown refer to the genders of the characters only. Actors should submit for any roles they feel comfortable playing.

Compensation

  • One-time stipends range from $1000-$1400 per contract, dependent on role and swing tracks.
  • Local-hire AEA actors may be considered for principal roles. AEA actors should contact Tyler Gabbard, tgabbard@thecarnegie.com, before submitting.
  • No housing provided.

Rehearsals and Performances
Rehearsals will take place in the evenings and on weekends. Daytime rehearsals may be added based on the availability of the cast and production staff.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
Rehearsals
May 28–June 21

Performances
Saturday, June 22 7:30 PM
Sunday, June 23 3:00 PM
Friday, June 28 Midnight
Saturday, June 29 7:30 PM
Sunday, June 30 3:00 PM
Friday, July 5 7:30 PM
Saturday, July 6 7:30 PM
Sunday, July 7 3:00 PM

TICK, TICK… BOOM!
Rehearsals
June 30–July 18

Performances
Friday, July 19 7:30 PM
Saturday, July 20 7:30 PM
Sunday, July 21 3:00 PM
Friday, July 26 7:30 PM
Saturday, July 27 7:30 PM
Sunday, July 28 3:00 PM

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
Rehearsals
July 14–August 9

Performances
Saturday, August 10 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 11 3:00 PM
Friday, August 16 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 17 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 18 3:00 PM
Friday, August 23 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 24 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 25 3:00 PM

Conflicts will be accepted on a limited basis. The Carnegie strives to provide flexible opportunities for artists to pursue their craft in an environment that respects work-life balance. If conflicts are too numerous, we reserve the right to retract our offer. No performance conflicts will be accepted.

COVID-19 Policies
The Carnegie fervently encourages all auditioners to seek the Covid-19 vaccination before attending in-person callbacks. Proof of a completed initial vaccine course may be requested before the start of rehearsals for all company members. Rehearsals may be conducted in masks depending on virus transmission rates. Performances and audiences will not be masked.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
Book, Music and Lyrics by Richard O’Brien

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW includes sexually explicit scenes and language. Please familiarize yourself with the material before submitting. Actors should feel comfortable performing in revealing costumes.

The roles of Frank ‘N’ Furter and the Narrator have been cast.

BRAD (He/Him)
Quirky, but very much in love with his fiancé, Janet.
Bari Tenor, Bb2-G4

JANET (She/Her)
Good girl who is madly in love with Brad.
Mezzo Soprano Belt, A3-Eb5

MAGENTA/USHERETTE (She/Her)
One of Frank’s servants.
Mezzo Soprano Belt, Bb3-Eb5

RIFF RAFF (He/Him)
One of Frank’s servants.
High Rock Tenor, D3-B4

COLUMBIA/USHERETTE (She/Her)
One of Frank’s servants. Tap skills a plus.
Mezzo Soprano Belt, E4-E5

ROCKY: (He/Him)
Frank’s magnificent creation. An adonis.
Range: Tenor, A3-G4

EDDIE/DR. SCOTT: (He/Him)
Eddie, delivery man. Scott is Eddie’s Uncle.
Range: Baritone, E3-F#4

4 PHANTOMS/TRANSYLVANIANS
A singing, dancing ensemble.

2 ONSTAGE VOCALISTS/SWINGS

TICK, TICK… BOOM!
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson

JON (He/Him)
A struggling composer on the brink of his 30th birthday. Piano skills a plus.
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A2

MICHAEL AND OTHERS (He/Him)
A former actor-turned-market research executive. He is Jon’s roommate and best friend.
Vocal range top: Gb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2

SUSAN AND OTHERS (She/Her)
A dancer and Jon’s girlfriend.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil
Book by Douglas McGrath
Music by Arrangement with Sony/ATV Music Publishing

CAROLE KING (She/Her)
An aspiring singer/songwriter. A reluctant star with no pretense and a passion for music. Piano skills a plus.
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3

GERRY GOFFIN (He/Him)
Carole’s boyfriend, songwriting partner and eventual husband.
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D3

BARRY MANN (He/Him)
A songwriter who becomes romantically involved with Cynthia.
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3

CYNTHIA WEIL (She/Her)
A songwriter who becomes romantically involved with Barry. Carole’s best friend.
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: G3

DON KIRSCHNER (He/Him)
An influential music publisher and producer.

GENIE KLEIN (She/Her)
Carole’s mother.

12 ENSEMBLE MEMBERS
Various roles including singers, musicians, and artists including Neil Sedaka, The Righteous Brothers, and members of the Drifters and the Shirelles

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November 1, 2023 · 5:42 pm

The Carnegie Announces Cast for Upcoming Production of HELLO, DOLLY!

TC_logo_newThe musical spectacular takes The Carnegie stage February 2–18, 2024

HELLO, DOLLY! is a blockbuster Broadway hit bursting with romance, humor, and some of the greatest songs in musical theater history. Boisterous and charming from start to finish, the musical follows the exploits of meddling matchmaker Dolly Levi over the course of one unforgettable day. Audiences will delight in one crowd-pleasing musical number after another including “Put on Your Sunday Clothes,” “Ribbons Down My Back,” “Before the Parade Passes By,” and the effervescent title song.

A favorite of Cincinnati audiences, Sara Mackie will light up the Carnegie as widow, matchmaker, and professional meddler, Dolly Levi in the beloved Broadway musical HELLO, DOLLY! Mackie is seen frequently on local stages including Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati, Human Race Theatre Company, and Cincinnati Shakespeare Company. At The Carnegie, Mackie received acclaim for her appearances in PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES and a concert production of CAMELOT.

Allen R. Middleton plays Horace Vandergelder, returning to The Carnegie where he appeared in PROOF and TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL. Middleton is also a familiar face to audiences at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati and Falcon Theatre. Horace’s shop clerks, Cornelius and Barnaby are played by Jack Manion and Matthew Callas. Manion was celebrated for his performance as the Scarecrow in The Carnegie’s 2016 production of THE WIZARD OF OZ. Callas, a student at Xavier University, makes his Carnegie debut.

Kara Ann Scullin plays hat shop owner Irene Molloy. Scullin, a Cincinnati native, returns home after graduating from University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has been seen locally at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Landmark Productions, and Kings Island. Her shop assistant, Minnie Fay is played by Wright State University student Aliya Pimental. Carson Mehlbauer, an acting student at the University of Cincinnati—College Conservatory of Music (CCM) plays Ambrose Kemper opposite Campbell County High School senior Arabella Bertucci as Ermengarde. Bertucci previously appeared at The Carnegie in SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN and THE SOUND OF MUSIC.

The multi-talented ensemble features several faces familiar to The Carnegie audiences including Christian Arias and Christopher Wells. New to The Carnegie stage are Hunter Broyles, Randolph Geers, Emily Hilbrecht, Adrian Graff, Elexis Selmon, and Alexa Mueller. The teen ensemble includes Elli Maddock, Jenna Uterstaedt, and Kavan Vadivelu.

The production is directed by Joe Bertucci, an accomplished director and educator making his Carnegie debut. Bertucci leads the Northern Kentucky Institute for Arts Education, a program of the Northern Kentucky Cooperative for Educational Services. His frequent collaborator Elizabeth VandeWater choreographs. Together they have partnered on productions at Kincaid Regional Theatre, Stage Right Musical Theatre Company, and Campbell County Theatre Arts. CCM faculty member Steve Goers is the Music Director. Most recently at The Carnegie, Goers led music on KINKY BOOTS, GUYS AND DOLLS, and SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN.

“HELLO, DOLLY! is the first musical I worked on and it’s been a favorite ever since. I’m delighted to share it with audiences discovering it for the first time and those for whom it is a beloved classic,” said The Carnegie Theatre Director Tyler Gabbard. “The role of Dolly Levi has been tackled by a parade of iconic actresses and I would put Sara Mackie up there with the best of them. Audiences are in for a truly spectacular night on the town!”

Tickets to HELLO, DOLLY! may be purchased by calling (859) 957-1940 or by visiting thecarnegie.com.

CAST

  • Dolly Levi – Sara Mackie*
  • Horace Vandergelder – Allen Middleton*
  • Cornelius Hackl – Jack Manion
  • Barnaby Tucker – Matthew Callas
  • Irene Molloy – Kara Ann Scullin
  • Minnie Fay – Aliya Pimental
  • Ermengarde – Arabella Bertucci
  • Ambrose Kemper – Carson Mehlbauer
  • Rudolph – Randolph Geers
  • Ernestina – Emily Hilbrecht
  • Mrs. Rose – Elexis Selmon

Ensemble – Christian Arias, Hunter Broyles, Randolph Geers, Adrian Graff, Zac Holman, Emily Hilbrecht, Elli Maddock, Alexa Mueller, Elexis Selmon, Jenna Uterstaedt, Kavan Vadivelu, Christopher Wells

*The Actor appears through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.

PRODUCTION TEAM

  • Director – Joe Bertucci
  • Choreographer – Elizabeth VandeWater
  • Music Director – Steve Goers
  • Scenic Designer – Tyler Gabbard
  • Costume Designer – John Faas
  • Lighting Designer – Ashton Karp
  • Wig Designer – Candace Leyland
  • Technical Director – Doug Stock
  • Production Stage Manager – Morgan Becker
  • Producer – Tyler Gabbard

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October 19, 2023 · 5:57 am

9 TO 5 The Musical Runs Nov. 3-11

NKU_9 to 59 TO 5 The Musical
NKU School of the Arts
Nov. 3-11
The Carnegie [Covington]

Directed by Corrie Danieley
Music direction by Damon Stevens
Choreographed by Jeri Gatch

Cast: Ellie Bennett, Anna Berry, Jathan Briscoe, Hunter Broyles, Tasha Conzelman, Ella Cooper, Sylas Craven, Braedan Criss, Marlo D’Ascenzo, Audrey Dant, Zachary Farmer, Rachel Gardner, Annie Jennings, Jenna Khan, James Lindeman, Yolee Louis, Anthony Nocero-Schaeffer, James Pinkley, Matthew Rebhun, and Mollie Tagher

Set in the late 1970s, “9 to 5 The Musical” centers around three female coworkers who are fed up with their sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot of a boss. Fueled by their frustration, they hatch a plan to get even, leading to a series of outrageous events that result in a workplace transformation and the women taking control of the company that had always held them back. Audiences can expect a night of laughter, empowerment, and incredible music.

  • Fri, Nov. 3 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 4 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 5 at 3pm
  • Wed (ASL/Sensory Friendly Performance)-Fri, Nov. 8-10 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 11 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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September 28, 2023 · 7:11 pm

PERFECTLY MARVELOUS: Music and Comedy with a Midcentury Flair

QCC_Perfectly MarvelousThe Carnegie and Queen City Cabaret presents PERFECTLY MARVELOUS: Music from THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL

COVINGTON, Ky. (SEPTEMBER 14, 2023) – The Carnegie is thrilled to announce PERFECTLY MARVELOUS: Music from THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL, an evening of song and comedy from Queen City Cabaret and Two Sketchy Dames. The performance will run for one night only on October 14th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at TheCarnegie.com or by calling the Box Office at 859-957-1940.

Immerse yourself in an evening of midcentury melodies from the soundtrack of the hit show The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. The Amazon Original chronicles a lonely New York City housewife’s meteoric rise to fame in the cut-throat 1950’s stand-up comedy industry.

Local musical duo, Queen City Cabaret, will swing their way through the 50s and 60s with hits by Tony Bennett, Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington, and more accompanied by a band of Greater Cincinnati’s top musical talent. Plus, enjoy performances by Cincy’s favorite vintage comedy team, Two Sketchy Dames featuring Alison Rampa and Eileen Earnest. The pair is known for their midcentury flair and signature combination of sketch comedy and improv. Sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh out loud.

Queen City Cabaret was founded by professional musicians Sarah Folsom and Matthew Umphreys in 2018. From intimate cabarets to large-scale concerts: QCC celebrates the beloved songs of the 20th century. With their signature twist of whimsy, Folsom and Umphreys revive classics from the Great American Songbook that still resonate with today’s audiences.

Plus, Tomi Newman and Monique Churchill from The Carnegie’s hit production of KINKY BOOTS will be featured as Guest Vocalists in PERFECTLY MARVELOUS. Newman starred as leading man and down on his luck shoemaker, Charlie Price.  Monique Churchill will also return to The Carnegie stage after an acclaimed performance as Charlie’s love interest, Lauren, and her showstopping rendition of “The History of Wrong Guys.”

QCC is a resident company at The Carnegie Theatre in Covington, KY, and their performances have been featured by numerous organizations across the region, including The Cincinnati Opera, The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Memorial Hall, The Washington Opera House, The Fitton Center for Creative Arts, as well as on TV and radio with CET, TVHamilton, WVXU and WGUC. In 2021, they released their first album, “Count Your Blessings: A Tribute to Rosemary Clooney.”

Two Sketchy Dames features comedy duo Alison Rampa and Eileen Earnest. The Cincinnati based troupe began in 2016 and has performed at the Detroit Improv Festival, Improv Festival of Cincinnati, Gatlinburg Improv Fest, and headlined the Damn Good Improv Festival in Louisville. In 2019, along with accompanist Mike Flohr, they developed “Comedy and Cocktails” a cocktail infused floor show combining music, improv and sketch comedy. During the 2020 season, the comedy team recorded “At Home with the Dames,” a variety show with weekly guest improvisers. Their format is self-described as La MOD. As in, Ladies Making Outstanding Decisions.

Queen City Cabaret will return to The Carnegie on May 4th with LIGHTS, CAMERA, CABARET! 100 Years of MGM. Celebrate the centennial of legendary film studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer with a parade of songs from Hollywood’s golden age. Get swept away on a magical journey into the movies! Learn more at TheCarnegie.com.

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About The Carnegie
The Carnegie is Northern Kentucky’s largest multidisciplinary arts venue providing theatre events, educational programs and art exhibitions to the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati community. The Carnegie facility is home to The Carnegie Galleries, the Otto M. Budig Theatre, and the Eva G. Farris Education Center. More information about The Carnegie is available at www.thecarnegie.com or by calling (859) 491-2030.

The Carnegie is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Carnegie receives ongoing operating support from the Kentucky Arts Council, City of Covington, Kenton County Fiscal Courts, Carol Ann & Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, and Cincinnati International Wine Festival.

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August 15, 2023 · 3:10 pm

Video Auditions Announced for HELLO, DOLLY! at The Carnegie

TC_logo_newHELLO, DOLLY!
February 2–18, 2024
Directed by Joe Bertucci
Choreographed by Liz VandeWater
Music Directed by Steve Goers

Auditions by Video Submission.
Submissions are due by 11:59 PM EST on September 8, 2023.
Performers must be 14 years of age or older to submit an audition.

What to prepare:

  • 32 bars of a song in the style of HELLO, DOLLY!
  • Resume
  • Headshot
  • Optional: 1-2 minute video showcasing your dance/movement abilities

Audition videos will only be accepted as links. Files requiring download will not be accepted.

Please ensure that privacy settings are such that we are enabled to view by the link only, with no need for password or additional access request. Please film your material in a horizontal/landscape frame on a solid background or plain wall. A ¾ shot is preferred.

Your headshot must be an image file and your resume must be in PDF format. Both should be labeled with you name (i.e. Gabbard_Tyler.pdf)

Please submit your audition here: https://forms.gle/Q4piX5gkKCF427TS8

Callbacks
Callbacks will be a mix of live and digital based on the availability of the auditionee and production staff. In-person callbacks are planned for the evening of Monday, September 18, 2023. Actors will be provided with show materials to prepare for callbacks.

Casting
All auditionees will be notified of casting outcomes by Friday, September 29, 2023.

The Carnegie is committed to inclusive casting. All races, ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and mobilities are encouraged to apply. Pronouns listed in the character breakdown refer to the genders of the characters only. Actors should submit for any roles they feel comfortable playing.

Also Note:

  • All Adult Roles are paid. Principal Roles pay $1000, Secondary Roles and Ensemble pay $800.
  • High School Student Roles are included in the production as part of our Education Department. These roles are not paid, nor is there any cost associated with this educational experience.
  • Not AEA eligible.
  • No housing provided.

Rehearsals and Performances
Rehearsals will take place in the evenings and on weekends beginning January 2, 2024.

Rehearsals: January 2–27
Tech: January 28–February 1

Performances:
Friday, February 2, 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 3, 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 4, 3:00 PM
Friday, February 9, 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 10, 2:00 PM
Saturday, February 10, 7:30 PM
Friday, February 16, 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 17, 2:00 PM
Saturday, February 17, 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 18, 3:00 PM

Conflicts will be accepted on a limited basis. The Carnegie strives to provide flexible opportunities for artists to pursue their craft in an environment that respects work-life balance. If conflicts are too numerous, we reserve the right to retract our offer. No performance conflicts will be accepted.

COVID-19 Policies
The Carnegie fervently encourages all auditioners to seek the Covid-19 vaccination before attending in-person callbacks. Proof of a completed initial vaccine course may be requested before the start of rehearsals for all company members. Rehearsals may be conducted in masks depending on virus transmission rates. Performances and audiences will not be masked.

HELLO, DOLLY!
Book by Michael Stewart Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder
HELLO, DOLLY! is a blockbuster Broadway hit bursting with romance, humor, and some of the greatest songs in musical theater history. Boisterous and charming from start to finish, the musical follows the exploits of meddling matchmaker Dolly Levi over the course of one unforgettable day. Audiences will delight in one crowd-pleasing musical number after another including “Put on Your Sunday Clothes,” “Ribbons Down My Back,” “Before the Parade
Passes By,” and the effervescent title song.

Available Roles

The role of Dolly Levi will be played by Sara Mackie.

Horace Vandergelder (he/him)
proprietor of a hay and feed store in Yonkers, NY and a client of Mrs. Levi’s
Baritone

Cornelius Hackl (he/him)
Vandergelder’s chief clerk, 33 years old
Baritone

Barnaby Tucker (he/him)
an assistant to Cornelius, 17 years old (may be cast with adult or student actor)
Baritone

Mrs. Irene Molloy (she/her)
A millineress with a hat shop near 14th Street in New York City
Soprano

Minnie Fay (she/her)
A young girl who works in Irene’s Shop (may be cast with adult or student actor)
Mezzo-Soprano

Ermengarde (she/her)
the 17-year-old niece of Horace Vandergelder (may be cast with adult or student actor)

Ambrose Kemper (he/him)
a young artist seeking to marry Ermengarde (may be cast with adult or student actor)
Tenor

Ernestina/Ensemble (she/her)
a single woman in need of Mrs. Levi’s services

Rudolph/Ensemble (he/him)
maitre’d of the Harmonia Gardens Restaurant

Adult Ensemble
strong dancers, singers, and character actors

Student Ensemble
strong dancers and singer

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